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Random thoughts on our impending doom and everyday life, courtesy of a Romance Writer who occasionally feels the need to talk like a Sailor.

Wednesday, 25 April 2012

Middle Earth Masculinity... or, a peek at The Hobbit

When news was released that Peter Jackson was FINALLY making The Hobbit
happy dances abounded. LOTR was so big and brave and beautiful, how could you not
squee with delight? But I didn’t expect to be squeeing with girlish glee over
the Dwarves. You see, Tolkien Dwarves are not known for being sexpots, exactly. Handy with an axe and hairy? Yes. Hot as Mount Doom? No.

So let us examine the evidence. First, I give you Richard Amitage as
Thorin Oakenshield, leader of the band of Dwarves setting out to deal with
Smaug the dastardly dragon. You might recognise Mr Armitage from the awesomely
good Spooks or the rather entertaining Robin Hood reboot from a few years back.

Mmm, Richard.

Secondly, we have Aidan Turner as Kili. Aidan made big waves as the
vampire component in the original, UK version of Being Human. He’s superb. A great actor and very easy on the eye. But remember, respect him for his mind.

Can I just say at this point that if you in fact have not read The
Hobbit then I’m more than a little embarrassed for you. I recommend immediately
investing in a hat and glasses, fake beard maybe... if you feel the need to board
a Greyhound bus and go on the run, I understand. But it’s not too late! Go grab
a copy and sit your ass down. Read it. There’s a reason why it’s one of the all
time classics. So you’re not a fan of great big juicy fantasy books and
struggled with Lord of the Rings? You’re feeling intimidated. Small. Unimportant,
maybe? Relax, my friend. The Hobbit was originally aimed at a younger audience.
It’s a different type of tale entirely. Set forth on steady feet and enjoy
yourself one rollicking great adventure, knowing the most wondrous film version
will be delivered come Christmas by Mr Peter Jackson himself.